1/2 c. white sugar
Few grains salt
1 c. flour
1/2 lb. dates, cut up
1/2 c. pecans, chopped
2 1/2 tsp. baking powder

Enough milk to make batter like a cake.

SAUCE:

1 c. brown sugar
1 c. water
1 1/2 tbsp. butter

Boil for 5 minutes. Pour into baking dish 8 x 8 inches and then pour batter in sauce. Bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes. Serve with whipped cream.